Thoracic Surgery PA: ICU/OR Expert, 24/7 Coverage

Albany Med Health System; Niverville (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

Paid time off

Retirement plan (403(b))

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

Albany Medical Center in New York is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our Thoracic Surgery and ICU teams in a full‑time role. The PA will provide comprehensive inpatient care, assist in thoracic procedures, and contribute to multidisciplinary planning and postoperative care.

The role offers opportunities in ICU management, bedside procedures, and coordination with Surgery, Medicine, and Oncology teams, with a competitive salary and full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA program with NCCPA certification.
• Active state PA license and prescriptive authority.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in surgical or hospital-based acute care (CT Surgery preferred).
• Skilled in ICU management and invasive bedside procedures.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical care.
• Excellent clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for thoracic patients from initial assessment through surgery and postoperative ICU care.
• Assist in diagnosis and surgical management of thoracic diseases including lung cancer and esophageal pathology.
• Perform or assist in thoracic procedures such as thoracotomy and VATS.
• Manage critically ill ICU patients including postoperative cases and those requiring life support.
• Conduct preoperative evaluations and contribute to multidisciplinary planning and consent.
• Coordinate postoperative care and monitor for complications; educate patients and families.

Skills

PA certification NCCPA

State license & prescriptive authority

2+ years surgical/acute care

ICU management

Invasive bedside procedures

Clinical judgment & teamwork

Education

Graduate of accredited PA program

Job description

Albany Medical Center in New York is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our Thoracic Surgery and ICU teams in a full‑time role. The PA will provide comprehensive inpatient care, assist in thoracic procedures, and contribute to multidisciplinary planning and postoperative care.

The role offers opportunities in ICU management, bedside procedures, and coordination with Surgery, Medicine, and Oncology teams, with a competitive salary and full benefits package.